Board of Directors Election and Appointment Procedures
Detailed Overview of the Board of Directors Selection Process
(Based on Texas Property Tax Code §6.03 and Senate Bill 2 Updates, Effective July 1, 2024)
Board Composition
Under Senate Bill 2, effective July 1, 2024, the Bexar Central Appraisal District Board of Directors is comprised of nine members, structured as follows:
- Five (5) appointed directors: Selected by taxing units within the district.
- Three (3) elected directors: Chosen by public vote and serving at large in Places 1, 2, and 3.
- One (1) ex officio voting member: The Bexar County Tax Assessor-Collector.
Appointed Directors (5 Seats)
The selection of appointed board members is conducted through a vote-based nomination and election process among the county, incorporated cities and towns, school districts, and the junior college district participating in the appraisal district.
1.1 Vote Allocation
The Chief Appraiser calculates each taxing unit’s voting entitlement based on its proportionate share of the total property tax levy in the district. This is typically expressed as a weighted vote total, rounded to the nearest whole number.
1.2 Nomination Phase
By October 1 of each odd-numbered year, the Chief Appraiser provides written notice to each taxing unit of its vote entitlement and requests nominations for the board. Taxing units must submit their nominees by October 15, following official action by their governing bodies.
1.3 Eligibility Requirements
Candidates must meet the qualifications set forth in the Texas Property Tax Code. Key requirements include:
- Residency within the district.
- No disqualifying conflicts of interest under §6.035 of the Tax Code.
- Must not owe delinquent property taxes for more than 60 days.
- Must not be a current employee of any taxing unit or the appraisal district.
Note: The Texas Election Code eligibility requirements apply only to elected directors, not to appointed members. A complete list of eligibility requirements is available for download. (Download for BOD Eligibility Requirements)
1.4 Ballot Creation and Distribution
By October 30, the Chief Appraiser prepares an official ballot listing all qualified nominees and distributes it to the taxing units. Each taxing unit may allocate its votes among one or more nominees, subject to official action.
Voting Period
Taxing units must submit their completed ballots and official voting allocation by December 15. The nominees receiving the highest cumulative number of votes across all units are declared appointed to the board.
1.5 Notification
Election results are formally communicated to taxing units before December 31.
1.6 Term of Office
Appointed board members serve staggered four-year terms, with terms commencing on January 1 of each even-numbered year, in accordance with Texas Property Tax Code §6.0301. This staggered structure helps ensure continuity and experience on the board by preventing a complete turnover at any single point in time.
Note: Senate Bill 2 includes transition provisions allowing for the initial staggering of terms beginning with the 2026 board cycle. This may include assigning one-year term to some appointed members to initiate the staggered system.
Elected Directors (3 Seats – Place 1, 2, and 3)
The inclusion of elected board members in appraisal districts located in more populous counties was introduced through Senate Bill 2 (2023) to enhance transparency, public participation, and oversight in the governance of appraisal districts. These directors are selected through a general election process and serve alongside appointed members.
2.1 Election Method
In accordance with Senate Bill 2, appraisal districts located in counties with a population of 75,000 or more, including Bexar County, must include three elected directors on their board. These directors are chosen through a general election held on the November uniform election date in even-numbered years. All three positions are elected at large, meaning candidates are selected by the entire voting population within the district, rather than by geographic precincts.
2.2 Eligibility Requirements
Candidates must meet eligibility and qualification requirements outlined in both the Texas Election Code and Texas Property Tax Code §6.035. Key requirements include:
- Residency within the district.
- No disqualifying conflicts of interest under §6.035 of the Tax Code.
- Must not owe delinquent property taxes for more than 60 days.
- Must not be a current employee of any taxing unit or the appraisal district.
Note: A complete list of eligibility requirements is available for download.
2.3 Filing Process & Deadlines
- Filing Window: Filing opens 108 days before and closes 78 days before the November election date, in accordance with the Texas Election Code. This typically occurs between mid-July and mid-August of each even-numbered year.
- Application Requirements: Candidates must submit a completed application for a place on the ballot to the Bexar County Elections Department. Applicants must either:
- Pay a $400 filing fee, or
- Submit a petition with at least 500 valid signatures in lieu of the fee.
Note: The next filing deadline for 2026 will be confirmed once the Texas Secretary of State publishes the official election calendar. (Download the Application Form)
Additional information can be found on the links below:
Internet Posting Requirements for Political Subdivisions for November 3, 2026 Election
Notice of General Election for Other Political Subdivisions
Order of General Election for Other Political Subdivisions
2.4 Campaign Treasure Designation
Each candidate seeking election to the Bexar Central Appraisal District Board of Directors is required to file an Appointment of Campaign Treasurer by a Candidate form with the appropriate filing authority, in accordance with Texas Ethics Commission rules and the updated filing provisions under Tax Code § 6.032(b) and Elections Code § 252.005(2), as amended by HB 3575 (effective June 20, 2025).
Required Form:
Instruction Guide:
Submission Methods:
All campaign finance filings, including the Appointment of Campaign Treasurer form, must be submitted to the Bexar County Elections Department using the following methods:
- In Person or By Mail:
Bexar County Elections Department
1103 S. Frio Street, Suite 100, San Antonio, TX 78207
Attn: Board of Directors for Appraisal District – Campaign Filings - By E-Mail: (Please contact the Elections Department to confirm the appropriate email submission process.)
Important Notice:
Failure to timely or correctly file required forms may result in disqualification or enforcement actions under the Texas Election Code and Texas Ethics Commission rules.
2.5 Important Dates
- Filing Deadline: 78 days before the election (mid-August of each even-numbered year – confirm exact date with the Secretary of State)
- Election Day: First Tuesday after the first Monday in November
- Canvassing & Swearing In: Election results are canvassed, and elected directors are sworn in by January 1 of the following year.
2.6 Term of Office
Beginning with the 2026 election, elected board members will serve staggered four-year terms, with service beginning on January 1 of the year following their election, in accordance with Texas Property Tax Code §6.0301(e).
To establish staggered terms, Senate Bill 2 provides transition provisions allowing some initial elected positions to serve two-year terms, as determined by drawing lots or another approved method. This ensures not all elected positions are up for election in the same cycle, thereby promoting continuity and institutional knowledge on the board.
Key Timeline
| Milestone | Appointed Directors | Elected Directors |
|---|---|---|
| Chief Appraiser Sends Vote Entitlements | By October 1 (odd-numbered years) per Tax Code § 6.03 (e) | N/A |
| Nomination Deadline | October 15 (odd-numbered years) per Tax Code § 6.03 (f) | N/A |
| Ballot Distribution to Taxing Units | By October 30 (odd-numbered years) per Tax Code § 6.03 (g) | N/A |
| Voting Deadline | December 15 (odd-numbered years) per Tax Code § 6.03 (i) | N/A |
| Delivery of Results | By December 31 (odd-numbered years) per Tax Code § 6.03 (k) | N/A |
| Term Begins | January 1 (even-numbered years) per Tax Code § 6.0301(a) (Staggered terms provision) | January 1 following election (odd-numbered years) per Tax Code § 6.0301(e) |
| Candidate Filing Window | N/A | 108–78 days before Election Day (per Election Code §§ 141.031, 143.007; Tax Code § 6.032) · Typically mid‑July to mid‑August |
| General Election Day | N/A | First Tuesday after the first Monday in November per Election Code § 41.001 |
| Campaign Treasurer Appointment Deadline | N/A | Before a candidate accepts contributions or makes expenditures, per Ethics Commission rules (§ 254 & Title 15 Election Code) |